I’ve been super busy working on a new project and it seems like I haven’t posted in ages! Today, my Penne alla Norma recipe is being featured on Tasty Tuesdays over at Creative K Kids. This recipe was inspired by the chef at the little Lake Como hotel where Robert proposed. Every time I make it, Robert says, ‘it tastes… Continue Reading

In our travels, Robert and I often skip restaurants in favor of a more intimate option… picnics! I’ve written quite a bit about the limited offerings of Danish grocery stores, so it’s a treat to browse the aisles of a well stocked supermarket or delicatessen when we’re abroad. One of my favorite places to do… Continue Reading

Robert really blew it when he took me to Lake Como to propose. Just try finding a worthy honeymoon destination after that! We’re getting married in a little over a week and we still haven’t settled on a honeymoon destination. A delayed honeymoon was always part of our plan because of Robert’s autumn lecture schedule,… Continue Reading

Italian Roasted Tomatoes Recipe This is a very simple recipe that’s delicious tossed with cooked pasta, or truth be told, eaten on its own with a fork ;-) We used more of those lovely Sicilian grape tomatoes in this recipe, combining them with oregano, salt, and oliveoil for a dish that’s definitely greater than the sum… Continue Reading

I love bruschetta! I’ve loved bruschetta since the first time I set tastebuds on it in 1989 or so. Through the years, I’ve made bruschetta of various persuasions, one of which even ended up here in 2009. So I was wondering if there was really anything new for me to learn about such a simple… Continue Reading

As if the dream destination proposal and Art Deco ring weren’t enough, Robert arranged a vegetarian cooking class as birthday gift from his parents! We began by gathering our ingredients from various specialty shops around Bellagio. Our instructor explained a bit about common Italian ingredients and why she prefers to buy certain things at one… Continue Reading